Sermons on Abstaining From Evil:

Have You Seen?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 30, 2011

Sermon for the 2nd Sunday of Easter

John 20: 19 – 31/ Have You Seen? Intro: If I had written the account of the resurrection of Jesus, I would have begun a little differently. When John returned from the empty tomb he found Peter and ran up to him. Excitedly, he said, “Peter, I have some good news and I have some bad ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Royal Wedding

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Apr 30, 2011

It is estimated that over 2 billion (yes, billion!) tuned in to watch the wedding ceremony of William and Kate in England today (4/29/11). Adjectives like ‘tremendous, beautiful, spectacular’ do not capture the grand scope of pomp and circumstance displa

It is estimated that over 2 billion (yes, billion!) tuned in to watch the wedding ceremony of William and Kate in England today (4/29/11). Adjectives like ‘tremendous, beautiful, spectacular’ do not capture the grand scope of pomp and circumstance displayed in the chapel, the palace, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

"M O M"

Contributed by Bill Burress on May 6, 2011

Mom stands for many things and this message gives just a few because MOM upsidedown is WOW.

“MOM” May 8, 2011 Proverbs 31:10-31 I was thinking the other day of all the things mom stands for and so I came up with the idea of the three letters that spell mom ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Should We Be Good? Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jun 14, 2010

Luke 6:31 Recognized as one of the most significant ideas, not only in all Scripture but in moral philosophy as well – termed the “golden rule.” See how the golden rule has changed today.

Why should we be good? Re-Cap 1. Relativism 2. Sincere belief 3. Judgments 4. Moral Values Why Should we be Good? Ravi Zacharias notes that “religion that is based on truth, when reduced merely to sociological function, will disintegrate through abuse. Time has proven, in an even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Trinity: God Is Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 15, 2010

God is three-in-one.

[If you would like to receive free sermons by email each week, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] THREE IN ONE “Bring me a worm that can comprehend a man, then I will show you a man who can comprehend God”—John Wesley “Without God, God cannot be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth In The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

By using the mustard seed as an illustration for the growth of the kingdom Jesus is demonstrating the amazing power of the gospel and its effect on people.

Spiritual Growth in the Kingdom of God The Book of Mark Mark 4:26-34 I. Introduction A. As we have seen the parables of Mark 4 primarily concern themselves with issues of the Kingdom of God. 1. Specifically they deal with the spiritual aspect of the Kingdom. a) That is the realm in which we live ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Prayer Force

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 4, 2012

“Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?” ― Corrie Ten Boom

Becoming A Prayer Force 1 Kings 18: 41-46 One day a young man was writing a letter to his girl friend who lived just a few miles away in a nearby town. Among other things, he was telling her how much he loved her and how wonderful he thought she was. The more he wrote, the more poetic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fullness Of God Pt 1 - Rethinking The Spirits Role Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 5, 2012

Hmm. “Filled up to all the fullness of God”, sounds nice doesn’t it, but what does it mean and how does it happen? Paul prays for the church in Ephesus where he pastored for 3 years. He prays for something profound to happen in their midst, and it star

The Fullness of God Pt 1 – Rethinking the Spirits Role Eph 3:14-21 Hmm. “Filled up to all the fullness of God”, sounds nice doesn’t it, but what does it mean and how does it happen? Paul prays for the church in Ephesus where he pastored for 3 years. He prays for something ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: *other

The Enduring Word Of God Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Dec 21, 2010

Some ignore the Word. Some are incensed by the Word. Some incarnate the Word.

THE ENDURING WORD OF GOD JEREMIAH 34-36 INTRODUCTION: Adrian Rogers once said, “The only hope for America (or any nation I might add) is to change public opinion.” But how is that done? It is done one soul at a time and the only means by which it is accomplished is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Christmas

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Dec 22, 2010

The Miracle of the Incarnation of Christ

TITLE: The Miracle of Christmas TEXT: Galatians 4:4-5 INTRO: Congregation joins in Responsive Readings- 1. Isa. 9:2-7 & 7:14 2. Luk. 2:7-16 I. MIRACLE OF THE PROMISE A. God Made a Promise to Adam & Eve 1. When man fell in the Garden of Eden curse was put upon the human race In the sweat ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Be Loving

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

We need to be loving because God is loving and He calls me to be loving.

Be Loving Colossians 3:12-14 VIDEO: What is Love? What is love? Apparently, people have many definitions of what love really is. But the fact of the matter is that God is the only one who can define what love really is. We may want to look at the way the world defines love. But in the end, we get ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Love

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The coming of Christ brings me love to share this Christmas season.

The Coming of Christ Brings Me Love John 1:35-42 CHRISTMAS TOP TEN QUIZ SLIDE 1: Introduction SLIDE 2: Series of Advent SLIDE 3: Christmas Traditions Q1: What are some traditions you have at Christmas? Christmas is really about Jesus Christ. While there are many other celebrations during this ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting In God's Home

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

Jesus is excited about His house the church because He wants it to be a place where people can come to Him.

Meeting in God’s Home John 2:13-25 SLIDE 1 – Meeting in God’s Home SLIDE 2 – Picture of Jesus at the Temple When someone first thinks of this story, they think of Jesus getting mad. They look at the happy situation in the wedding, and then they see Jesus getting really ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Service Of The Nativity Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010

A Christmas Eve Service of Nativity

A Service of the Nativity Greetings and Introduction Welcome to our Service of the Nativity. We began a journey four weeks ago, a journey that will continue with Jesus throughout this next year. We have watched and waited these past four weeks of Advent, anticipating the Coming of the Christ. And ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How God Answers Prayer

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

Always remember, God’s delays are not God’s denials! Sometimes God denies the original request, to give you something better and greater to make you grow for His glory.

Intro: A small child wrote to a missionary the following note: “Dear Mr. Missionary, we are praying for you but we don’t know if God will answer.” This prayer reflects the prayers of most Christians who pray a lot but actually doubt answers! When and how does God answer? To get an answer from God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-23

Denomination: *other